Howard's or Lunati

Dan the man said
Once I've done more research on camshafts, I'm thinking about using a custom grind cam. Would going with a custom grind cam be beneficial to me?

Yes yes yes!
Off the shelf cams are fine for general use. A custom grind becomes personal. It’s a few dollars more that should be a non issue to spend. Above was a book recommendation that would be a wise purchase and read.
(Good recommendation @12many )

Off the shelf cams tend to generate (but not always) lower torque. This is because the grinders do a in general grinding of the shaft based on what most people aim for in general on there build. It is impossible to grind a cam for the masses and have it work for everyone.

There is also the people wanting “That muscle car idle chop” and enough vacuum for P/B. The 110 LSA tends to work for this. However, if you want really good brake pedal feel, then the LSA should be on a 112 or more, which stinks for low end torque. A cam ground (correctly) on a 108 or lower brings up the low end torque. But now it sounds like a race car, has low vacuum, PB do not work well, incorrect or just slightly off drivetrain combos make taking off from a stop feel like crap.

Cam grinders are in a catch 22 with the public and there wants.

70dart340 said
You can have a custom camshaft built for your exact engine/transmission combination. Stroke, compression, heads,valves, and all the variables. I found out the hard way that it isn't much more than an "off the shelf" camshaft. Mopars also have a larger diameter lifter than the other "2", so you can take advantage of this feature, and tailor this to your specific build. I'm having Jim at Racer Brown build my custom camshaft for my 408. "Rumblefish" is one of many knowledgable members that can guide you in your choice. Calling "Rob" "Rumblefish", could you please help our FABO member?

When Dan is ready…. After he reads the book suggested above…